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- EIN 23-7300114
- 574-269-2592
- 119 E Center St, Suite A5 PO Box 923 Warsaw IN 46581 USA
- uwwk.org
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Causes: Community Improvement & Capacity Building, Federated Giving Programs, Human Services, Philanthropy
Mission: We will improve quality of life across Whitley & Kosciusko Counties by: Investing community resources in initiatives that create long-term, positive change Building partnerships with people and organizations, maximizing resources Being transparent, actively sharing the results of our efforts Making wise, responsible choices as stewards of community resources United Way of Whitley & Kosciusko Counties advances the common good by focusing on education, income and health. The building blocks for a good life – a quality education that leads to a stable job, enough income to support a family through retirement, and good health. We hope to create lasting changes that help families become more stronger and more stable. Be a part of the change. Together we can inspire hope and create opportunities for a better tomorrow. That’s what it means to LIVE UNITED.
Programs: Support for children and youth programs. The united way funded seven separate programs with partner agencies. The programs were funded in order to assist each child in whitley county achieve their highest potential. These included programs that offered support for academic success, encouragement for positive self-esteem, and to provide advocacy for those at risk. The united way also supports a kindergarten countdown program to help children from low income families prepare for starting school.
support for community, crisis, and health programs. The united way funded five programs with partnner agencies. These programs addressed the basic needs of whitley county families in crisis and provided health services and education. Additionally, the united way promotes volunteerism throughout the year by matching volunteers with opportunities. Each year in september the united way sponsors a one day event called the "day of caring". In 2017 there were 373 volunteers that provided 2,238 hours of service on 62 different community projects.
promote self-sufficiency programs. The united way funded four programs with partner agencies. These programs teach skills, mentor behavior, and provide assistance that enables individuals and families to achieve their highest level of independence.
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